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New approach to plant stress studies could yield hardier crops
At the University of Missouri, plant scientist Ron Mittler is redefining how researchers study biological stress in living organisms. By examining what happens when plants face multiple environmental challenges simultaneously, his team hopes to uncover critical insights. This innovative methodology moves beyond traditional single-stress laboratory tests. It aims to better reflect real-world agricultural conditions, potentially leading to more resilient crops and valuable medical breakthroughs.